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Show Imaging

Senior Lighting Technician - Live Events

Show Imaging, Vista, California, us, 92085

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Job Details Job Location : Park Center - Vista, CA 92081

Salary Range : $28.00 - $35.00 Hourly

SUMMARY Show Imaging is a solutions driven community of creators who aim to authentically enrich people's lives by producing world-class experiences, inclusive of all. We create live experiences through cutting edge technology, creative design, and hands-on project management. Our service offerings include creative and design, program development and project management, software, and web development, and full-service production technology.

The Senior Lighting Technician serves as the in-house and event-based technical expert. They manage Show Imaging’s lighting inventory, design and execute large-scale events (e.g. general sessions, touring artists, etc.), interface with clients, and train junior lighting technicians.

Technicians are responsible for all incoming and outgoing shipments, including loading/off-loading trucks, pallets and shelving products, and maintaining accurate inventory records. They must follow incoming and outgoing delivery protocols, safely assist team members with shipments, and may drive company vehicles to and from show sites.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Serve as Lead Lighting Technician and point-of-contact for event Production Managers, clients, and crew on the day of an event

Deliver exceptional client customer service, including meetings, site visits, etc.

Setup, work, and strike events produced by Show Imaging or its affiliates

Create and interpret lighting designs for live entertainment and corporate events

Operate, program, and troubleshoot complex lighting systems

Oversee lighting equipment maintenance and inventory

Prepare, load, and transport equipment to events as determined by the event pull sheet

Ensure that all aspects of the event run smoothly and exceed the client’s expectations

Troubleshoot and problem solve issues presented by clients or other crew throughout event

Collaborate with production teams to meet all lighting needs

Provide guidance and training to junior lighting technicians and warehouse staff

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Required:

5+ years of stage lighting experience

Prior warehouse experience

Proficient in:

Lighting design and direction

grandMA lighting consoles, media servers, networking, and professional lighting fixtures

Vectorworks CAD design software

Lighting warehouse preparations including all load in and load out activities

Familiarity with basic signal flow principals

Familiarity with general inventory and inventory tracking system

Demonstrated knowledge of security and safety requirements

Strong interpersonal and customer service skills; willingness to support and proactively communicate with teammates and crew members

Strong organizational skills – detail oriented, ability to effectively prioritize, and deadline driven

Ability to troubleshoot and determine the appropriate solutions to challenges as they arise

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills

High school diploma or GED

Possess valid driver’s license with clean DMV record; ability to commute to and from events

Preferred:

Experience with Hog lighting consoles

Familiarity with and interest in audio and video equipment

Experience with Flex inventory tracking system

College degree or experience in related fields

Lighting certifications

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Safely lift, move and transport equipment, materials and tools weighing 50 lbs. unassisted or more to complete assigned projects

Stand for extended periods of time, as well as bend, stoop, crawl, stretch, climb, and/or lift repeatedly

Work in various climates and conditions including warehouse and outdoor elements (e.g. noise, dust, weather)

Work performed in a combination of warehouse, outdoor, venue and office environments

Operate carts, dollies, pallet jacks and other gear to move items around

Go up and down stairs, when applicable

Work at a height of up to 30 feet or more and on mezzanine level, when applicable

Disclaimer:

All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others, or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Travel is estimated at 50%; weekends or after-hours work may be required.

The outlined job description is to serve, at a minimum, as a guideline. Additional responsibilities and duties may be required.

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